I have read multiple complaints of wicker getting brittle and breaking and ruining furniture in the reviews. Is this a cold temp issue?
5774
I think it's more a UV issue, but we bring our furniture to a storage shed during the winter so it's not in direct contact with the elements. We also use furniture covers during the summer to help with the UV. I couldn't be happier with my strathwood sofa and two chairs.
5775
We never had an issue, however we live in North Carolina. Didi you ever consider covers? They may help.We have them on when we do not use the furniture to protect the cusions from the hot sun.
5776
Im in the northeast. It is not real wicker. We store in an unheated shed for the winter and it is fine. When outside we keep it covered when not in use. So far it has had no problems. Have had it 2 seasons
5777
We are in Dallas, not too cold, but hot and sunny. After 2 years, the wicker is badly faded and coming apart.
5778
We live in the northeast where it gets plenty cold and have ours in an enclosed porch that doesn't have heat and it is fine. Not sure if being outside and exposed to the elements would cause the fake wicker to wear differently.
5779
Mine is destroyed after 2 years - kept inside in the winter, but not covered in the summer - I'm guessing UV is the culprit, but that hardly makes the sofa "all-weather" then does it...
5780
The material is more of a plastic material. I have left my couch outside all winter, I live in the northeast, and the couch is perfect. You may want to keep your furniture covered in the colder months. I would highly recommend this item, I have been extremely happy with my purchase.
5781
I live in New Jersey and the winter this year was exceptionally cold. We have an enclosed gazebo so the sofa is protected form the elements. Thus far, the sofa shows no signs of deterioration. I am very pleased with this piece of furniture.
5782
I'm not sure if you've read complaints on this particular product or if you are speaking of wicker in general?My experience with the Strathwood is good. We had record cold and snow here this winter and it all appears fine.If I had to guess, brittleness would more likely come from being exposed to constant sun and heat. My furniture has always been on a covered porch.
185419
I have had no problems whatsoever. No kinking and no problems with heat control and I have laid directly on it for the entire night. The only problem is that it can get very hot.
1539809
I have washed the ones i bought several times and they continue to provide protection for furniture. I highly suggest that you wash in cold water and do NOT dry on a "high" temp.
1825847
I've never had a problem. Gets pretty cold here also. Had mine More than 4 years.
102252
I have assembled toys, furniture, even an Ikea kitchen but I have never come across any process that has stopped me cold before these Kidkraft legs. I cannot get them on even with all the tips listed here. My question is, why haven't they changed the legs or the screws once they have been made aware there is an issue? Today is Saturday - I will have to wait until Monday to contact them for help.
1828440
Mine has many loose ends that stick out. The wicker? Is fairly soft however. It's up to you, but me personally I wouldn't want to take the chance of ruining my knitted things.
184563
Everything on this unit is push button on,temp set. The hot air blows from the upper grid as seen in picture. There is an overhang from the hardwood in casement. This is a beautiful piece of furniture. I have only had the temp to 70 deg. It does not get hot to touch. Only that temp of air blowing.
2221750
I live in New England. This is my second season. The furniture still looks brand new. I did store it in basement during the winter. No wicker has fallen apart.
879489
I was worried about the same thing. We have had these out many times and never a problem. I try to sit down in it with it as open as much as possible, not an issue so far.
770387
I keep the furniture out all year. The covers stood up well through a very cold and snowy winter here. They are folded and put away for next winter.
2111455
Idk , never thought to ask. Mine have really held up nicely. I will tell you this. When it starts to wear I will have no problem in ordering another one. It is pricey but well worth it. It surely has saved my furniture with her claws. I just know she loves it & looks good in our den.
1407683
I've had mine since December and haven't had any issues. It seems pretty durable for me. It doesn't get sticky when it's warm, that's the beauty of fake leather! I say it's a pretty good deal! I've had two friends stay the night and use it as a bed so it's been put to good use!
1101903
Well, I bought it as a gift to my daughter this summer. So, we have not seen it weather the winter yet. But, I bought it with the belief that it will be fine through the winter. My mother had a similar table fromt he same type of wood and it always stayed out side through all the seasons (she lived in Massachusetts).
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Aside from the various other quality issues with this bivy, yes, there was also a fair amount of condensation inside when I used mine. The outside temperature was in the mid to high 30's F, so a little above freezing. The condensation wasn't bad enough to drip down on me, but the inside of the bivy was definitely moist. As I indicated, there are several other quality issues with this product, so I would recommend skipping it altogether and going with something else. The clips also broke on mine the first night out. The price may seem right, but trust me, you're going to wish you bought something else. Aside from the various other quality issues with this bivy, yes, there was also a fair amount of condensation inside when I used mine. The outside temperature was in the mid to high 30's F, so a little above freezing. The condensation wasn't bad enough to drip down on me, but the inside of the bivy was definitely moist. As I indicated, there are several other quality issues with this product, so I would recommend skipping it altogether and going with something else. The clips also broke on mine the first night out. The price may seem right, but trust me, you're going to wish you bought... » Read More Aside from the various other quality issues with this bivy, yes, there was also a fair amount of condensation inside when I used mine. The outside temperature was in the mid to high 30's F, so a little above freezing. The condensation wasn't bad enough to drip down on me, but the inside of the bivy was definitely moist. As I indicated, there are several other quality issues with this product, so I would recommend skipping it altogether and going with something else. The clips also broke on mine the first night out. The price may seem right, but trust me, you're going to wish you bought something else. « Show Less
1926002
I mainly use my coasters with cold and noticed that the water pooling did cause some damage. It seems hot might cause an indent or melt. :-/
1518575
I should have brought it in to the gardening shed...but forgot. We live in mid-Michigan and had a very bitter winter with a lot of snow. I left it out and no problems - have already begun using again, now that we've had an unusually warm early Spring. It still looks great! No signs of damage. I don't plan on pushing our luck next year.
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We live in Nebraska and we left the furniture outside over the winter. We left the cover on and it was fine. I will probably move it indoors next year (its super light and easy to move) to reduce wear and tear. However, it looks great this spring and seems quite durable.